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Healing from PTSD in Search and Rescue: Techniques and Therapies for Processing Trauma

Search and rescue (SAR) professionals often face challenging and emotionally taxing situations, including missions that result in the discovery of human remains. These experiences can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other emotional wounds. While SAR members are trained for high-stakes operations, the psychological impact of such events can be profound. Healing from these experiences requires a combination of structured debriefing, trauma-informed support, and individual therapeutic approaches.

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Presenting a Proposed Annual Budget to the Board of Directors

A well-prepared budget presentation is essential for nonprofit organizations to ensure financial transparency, strategic alignment, and board engagement. The finance committee chair, who also serves as the board treasurer, plays a crucial role in guiding the board through the budget draft, addressing key variances, and facilitating discussion before the final vote.

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Strategic Planning for Nonprofits: A Liberating Structures Approach

Nonprofit organizations face evolving challenges that require adaptive and inclusive strategic planning. Traditional strategic planning processes—often slow, cumbersome, and exclusive—frequently result in disengagement and limited investment from key stakeholders. In contrast, Liberating Structures—a collection of dynamic, participatory facilitation techniques—offer a fresh approach that is quick, energizing, and deeply engaging.

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The Power of Pause: Ancient Wisdom and Leadership in a Fast-Paced World

In an era of relentless speed and constant demands, the ability to pause is not just a luxury—it is a necessity. Kevin Cashman’s The Pause Principle explores how intentional reflection enhances leadership, decision-making, and personal growth. While Cashman’s insights are rooted in modern leadership theory, the principle of pausing has deep roots in ancient spiritual traditions. Across faiths and cultures, the practice of stepping back—through meditation, prayer, sabbath-keeping, and contemplation—has long been recognized as a pathway to wisdom, resilience, and renewal.

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Creating Strong Financial Internal Controls for a Membership Nonprofit Without Staff

Running a membership nonprofit with no staff can be both rewarding and challenging. Without staff, the responsibility for financial management rests heavily on board members, volunteers, or other designated individuals. This article explores the importance of financial internal controls and offers practical recommendations tailored to your unique organizational setup.

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